MAL-2026-10389: Malicious code in timmytuffknuckles6 (npm)
The npm package 'timmytuffknuckles6' contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package may lead to complete system takeover by an attacker. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'timmytuffknuckles6' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. Any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, as the package grants an attacker full control over the system. The advisory warns that simply removing the package may not remove all resulting malware. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical vulnerability data available. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. No patch or remediation is provided, as this is a malicious package rather than a vulnerability in legitimate software.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk and must be rotated immediately. The presence of this package indicates a severe security breach.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'timmytuffknuckles6' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the compromised computer from a different, secure system. Because full control may have been given to an attacker, further forensic analysis and system restoration from clean backups are recommended. There is no official patch or fix since this is a malicious package. Prevention includes avoiding installation of untrusted or suspicious npm packages.
MAL-2026-10389: Malicious code in timmytuffknuckles6 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'timmytuffknuckles6' contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package may lead to complete system takeover by an attacker. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer is strongly advised.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'timmytuffknuckles6' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. Any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, as the package grants an attacker full control over the system. The advisory warns that simply removing the package may not remove all resulting malware. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical vulnerability data available. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. No patch or remediation is provided, as this is a malicious package rather than a vulnerability in legitimate software.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk and must be rotated immediately. The presence of this package indicates a severe security breach.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'timmytuffknuckles6' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the compromised computer from a different, secure system. Because full control may have been given to an attacker, further forensic analysis and system restoration from clean backups are recommended. There is no official patch or fix since this is a malicious package. Prevention includes avoiding installation of untrusted or suspicious npm packages.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10389
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-5m8p-jhm5-pm44"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54ada768715ace438f4909
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:19:35 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:30:13 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 17:10:08 UTC
Views: 4
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